Nanticoke, PA — On Saturday, July 13 at Larry’s Pizza in Nanticoke, NEPA Stands Up hosted a meet and greet with their endorsed state house candidate Megan Kocher. There was no shortage of pizza and smiles, as Megan built connections with hopeful constituents. HD-119 locals showed up to learn more about Megan’s campaign and how they can help her win in November.
NEPA Stands Up members endorsed Megan Kocher this year because of her strong stances on issues that affect working families, like public education, reproductive freedom, workers’ rights, and healthcare. Kocher is a first-time candidate running for Pennsylvania State House District 119 challenging young Republican incumbent, Alex Reincavage.
“I watched my parents work opposite shifts and go without seeing each other when I was young, because that is what they had to do to provide for our family,” explained Kocher. “And I’m incredibly grateful to have grown up with two hard-working parents who taught me the value of hard work and that if I wanted something throughout my life, I would have to work for it.”
The event was well attended, and Megan didn’t shy away from addressing several voters’ concerns and welcoming their questions. Pennsylvania has had a one-seat Democratic House majority since 2022. There are only a few competitive House districts this election, including House District 119 where Megan Kocher could more firmly establish Democratic control of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Candice Muench, a teacher in the district who attended the event explained “Megan Kocher is an avid supporter of public education. She understands what adequate and equitable funding means for Pennsylvania students and how a fair funding formula will positively impact the lives of families and students in the 119th district. All of our children deserve well-funded, prosperous schools. We need a representative that is going to put our families and children first. This is one of the many reasons I am voting for Megan Kocher in November.”
The best way to support Megan’s campaign is by signing up to knock doors and make phone calls, donating, sharing the word about her on social media, and talking to friends and family in the district about why they should vote for her. To learn more about Megan’s platform and support here campaign, head to her website at https://megankforpa.com
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NEPA Stands Up is a chapter of Pennsylvania Stands Up that works to build independent political power, organizing our communities across race, class and gender.
Megan Kocher is running for PA State House District 119. Her campaign has been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania PAC, Run for Something, Vote Pro Choice, Gen-Z For Change, Conservation Voters of PA, and others. Learn more about her platform and ways to support her campaign at: https://megankforpa.com/